Interactive Forums where victims of Bell's palsy and other types of facial paralysis pool their knowledge and share their experience as they cope with this difficult and often misunderstood condition.

Our forums are divided into several areas of focus, so that visitors easily find the information they seek.

ABOUT OUR FORUMS...
Our General Discussion Forum is the place to learn about Bells palsy as members discuss life with this condition. Find emotional support as you share with other members living through the Bell's palsy experience.

Many longtimers have never had the opportunity to "meet" others in the same situation. Join the group in Focus: Longtimers, where you can discuss the differences and similarities, as well as share strategies for coping and potential improvement.

Decisions about treatment can be difficult and frustrating. Focus: Treatment is the place to go. Our moderator is a physical therapist for patients with many types of facial palsies (facial paralysis). Discuss conventional, holistic and alternative treatment with people who have recently been diagnosed, as well as with longtimers seeking solutions for residuals of facial palsy.

Questions about facial paralysis that isn't Bells palsy?
Visit Focus: Ramsey Hunt Syndrome, Lyme, etc., for information about various types of facial paralysis.

Did Bell's palsy strike shortly before or after the birth of a new baby?
Learn what other women have experienced in Focus: Pregnancy & Bells Palsy.

A very real problem that is rarely addressed - and often not even acknowledged - is the effect Bells palsy has on feelings of self esteem. In Focus: The Emotional Aspect members discuss this and other issues openly.

Do you have a child with Bell's Palsy or another form of facial palsy?
Find support in Focus: Parents, conversing with other parents and children in the same situation.

Interested in chatting with other people in the same situation?
Schedules for live chats with other people who have Bells palsy are posted in the Chat Room forum.

Members are permitted to post photographs and original poetry or music related to their Bell's palsy experience.
You'll find it in the newest addition to our forums, the Members' Contributions area.

When you need to take your mind off of Bells palsy our Cafe is the perfect place to share a laugh, or chat about anything on your mind.